Electrician

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Generous leave policies

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The University of Iowa is seeking an Electrician to join the Facilities Management Department. This on-campus role performs electrical maintenance and installation services under supervision.

Open as Electrician II or Electrician III based on qualifications; schedule is Monday–Friday, with potential overtime and standby participation. Requires valid Iowa electrician licenses and experience in lighting, motors, VFDs, and CMMS.

Qualifications

• Requires Iowa electrical licenses (A or B) with years of experience as described.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards.
• Experience with lighting systems, VFDs, motor controls and CMMS.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, tickets, and plan jobs with proper materials.
• Install and repair lighting devices and motor control devices.
• Install conduit and other types of wire; pull conductors in order.

Skills

Reading drawings

Plan jobs

Interpret job tickets

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Iowa Class A Journeyman Electrician license

Iowa Class B Journeyman Electrician license

Iowa Class A Master Electrician license

Iowa Class B Master Electrician license

Tools

CMMS

Job description

The department of Facilities Management intends to hire for one position at either the Electrician II or Electrician III classification based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please indicate in your cover letter the position you wish to be considered foror indicate all.

The University of Iowa is seeking an Electrician to join the Facilities Management Department. Under supervision, this role performs electrical maintenance and installation services required in their assigned area.

Duties to Include:

• Read and interpret drawings, job tickets and plan jobs accordingly and requisition the proper quantities of materials.
• Install and repair lighting devices.
• Install electric motors and motor control devices.
• Install conduit and other types of wire
• Pull electrical conductors and connect in proper order

ScheduleMonday through Friday,08:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Due to the critical operational needs of the department, this position may be required to work overtime and participate in the Facilities Management Standby Program.

LocationUniversity of Iowa campus

Starting pay rate for the three classification levels:

*A higher starting pay rate may be requested based on exceptional qualifications.

Electrician II: Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• Requires State of Iowa Class A Journeyman Electrician license with at least four years as an apprentice plus two years of experience as a journeyman electrician; or
• State of Iowa Class B Journeyman Electrician license with eight years in the electrical trade in maintenance or construction.

Special Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and ability to meet and maintain UI Fleet Safety Standards.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience troubleshooting and installing systems ranging from 24 volts to 480 volts
• Experience with lighting controls
• Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs) and motor controls
• Demonstrate basic computer experience
• Experience using computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to work in a team setting
• Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives

Electrician III Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• Requires a State of Iowa Class A Master Electrician license with four years as an apprentice plus four years of experience as a journeyman electrician; or
• State of Iowa Class B Master Electrician license with ten years in the electrical trade in maintenance or construction.

Special Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and ability to meet and maintain UI Fleet Safety Standards.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with building automation controls
• Experience with lighting controls
• Experience with Variable Frequency Drives and motor controls
• Experience with advanced electrical metering (e.g. megger, power loggers, rotation meters)
• Good communication skills and experience working on a team
• Prefer basic computer experience
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Experience using computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
• Ability to work in a team setting
• Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives

Position and Application Details:

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter that clearly addressed how they meet the qualifications of this position. Be sure to mark the documents as a "Relevant File" to the submission when completing the application.

You must indicate in your cover letter the level of classification (Electrician II or Electrician III), you wish to be considered for. Or indicate more than one classification if you wish to be considered for more than one. See required qualifications for additional information.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background checkand driver’s license verification.

Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. State agency employers in Iowa are required to use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. University of Iowa employees, including those who work remotely or out-of-state, are subject to E-Verify .

This position is performed fully on campus.

Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success.
Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.
Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation.

Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

Additional Information

• Appointment Type: Merit
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

Contact Information

• Organization: Finance & Operations (General)
• Contact Name: Andy Brus

Equal opportunity employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .

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